From Grandchildren with Love! Heartwarming Handmade Gift Ideas for Respect-for-the-Aged Day
There’s something truly special about the warmth of a handmade gift for Grandma and Grandpa, isn’t there? A present filled with a grandchild’s love is sure to be the most treasured gift of all.
Still, it’s easy to wonder, “What should we make?” In this article, we’re sharing ideas for Grandparents’ Day handmade gifts that kids can enjoy making.
From items using photos or children’s drawings to practical everyday goodies, every idea is sure to bring big smiles to Grandma and Grandpa!
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From Grandchildren: Heartwarming Handmade Gift Ideas for Respect-for-the-Aged Day (31–40)
Beaded mask chain usable in 4 ways
How about giving a “beaded mask chain,” a gift that’s especially appreciated now that masks are a must, for Respect for the Aged Day? It’s a stylish, unisex design! It’s easy to make—just thread the beads onto fishing line and tie them, no needle needed—so kids, men, anyone can enjoy making one.
Try changing up the bead colors to create a one-of-a-kind mask chain.
Besides mask chains, you can arrange it as a bracelet, necklace, or eyeglass chain—an amazing 4-way accessory.
Flower Dome
No matter your age, receiving flowers makes anyone happy! How about a stylish and cute “flower dome” as a Respect for the Aged Day gift? Since it uses dried flowers, it won’t wither and will remain a lovely keepsake.
Arrange dried flowers in a small glass dome you can find at a 100-yen shop.
For Respect for the Aged Day, we recommend arranging autumn flowers.
It involves some delicate work, but it’s simple enough for children to make.
Just knowing their grandchild made it by hand is sure to delight grandpa and grandma!
[Ages 1 and up] Original tea canister
![[Ages 1 and up] Original tea canister](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tFqp_5HQONo/hqdefault.jpg)
Original tea canisters make the perfect gift for grandparents who love tea! They’re very easy to make: just decorate the side of a canister you can pick up at a 100-yen shop or similar store.
Draw a portrait, write a message, tear and paste origami paper, or create patterns with bleeding-watercolor art…
You can tailor the method to the children’s ages, which is another great thing about this idea.
A tea canister bursting with the kids’ individuality will become a one-of-a-kind, truly special present.
Original Mug
Try printing photos or illustrations of your grandchild onto a mug.
The key is that you can make it using only household items—no special machines or presses needed.
First, print the illustration or photo on inkjet paper.
Place the printed paper in the center of a plain mug and secure it with masking tape.
Since you’ll be applying high heat later, be sure to use heat-resistant tape.
Next, wrap a silicone mat around the mug to cover it.
Heat it in an oven at 200°C (about 392°F) for around 7 minutes, and the illustration will transfer—finished!
A message card with gentians that can also be used as a photo frame
Would you like to try making a message card featuring gentians, a flower known as a classic symbol of autumn? It can also serve as a photo frame, making it perfect for inserting a cherished photo and giving as a gift.
The method is simple: cut out the card section and the flower pieces from construction paper and glue them together.
Since you’ll need to cut out the frame section with a craft knife, an adult should assist if a child is making it.
Because it can be used even after it’s given, it would make a delightful gift for Respect for the Aged Day.
From Grandchildren! Heartwarming Handmade Gift Ideas for Respect-for-the-Aged Day (41–50)
Original calendar
Highly recommended for those whose grandparents live far away! Visiting them or having them come over isn’t always easy due to transportation and timing issues.
In times like these, gift them a custom-made calendar! If you send a calendar featuring photos of their grandchild, they’ll be able to see their grandchild all year round.
A quick web search will turn up companies that take orders and templates for calendars, so be sure to make use of them!
Original hanger
How about a practical gift? Hangers are handy to have in any number and never cause storage problems.
Turn your grandchild’s drawing into a sticker and pop it on—just like that, you’ve got a custom hanger! If you have special paper for printing stickers, you can do it right away.
Choose thicker hangers so the stickers are easier to apply.
Since you’re just printing illustration stickers, you can also stick them onto items Grandma and Grandpa use every day.
I think it’s a very versatile idea.